Sacred Harp Publishing Company

The Sacred Harp Publishing Company is a longstanding publisher of "The Sacred Harp," a traditional American shape-note hymnal used for communal singing. Founded in the 19th century, it produces and distributes the songbook, which features a collection of sacred songs rooted in Christian tradition. The company supports the folk music community by preserving and promoting this participatory singing style, often performed at singing conventions where singers read from the shape-notes to learn and perform the music. Its work helps sustain a rich cultural heritage centered on community, spirituality, and musical tradition.